Why Your Dog Isn't Responding to You with Jessica Wheatcraft

03/08/2025 39 min Temporada 1 Episodio 9
Why Your Dog Isn't Responding to You with Jessica Wheatcraft

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What is going on when a dog can stay responsive on their walk, UNTIL another dog comes around?I'm back with another solo episode, where I break down this scenario and help you better understand why your dog cannot respond to you, and what you can do about it. I cover:Proofing behaviors and why you probably haven't prepared your dog as much as you think you haveHow to be more effective at teaching your dog to respond to you around distractionsHow to understand the criteria you are setting, and how to be fluid in any given scenarioThe dance between criteria and thresholdsAnd so much moreFor dog professionals: Join the leash reactivity mentorship starting this September 7th. Spots are going quickly!Pet parents: Struggling with your reactive dog? Work with me 1:1 and get the help you need to move forward with more success.Dog Professionals: Subscribe to my mailing list to get Life As a Dog Trainer newsletter FREE, filled with training and behavior ideas, case studies, and resources to further your learning as a trainer. Pet Parents: I didn't forget about you! To get my Reactivity Real Talk newsletter for free tips and resources to help you with your reactive dog, sign up here.